María Victoria Vázquez Carrillo
Las Piedras,Puerto Rico
Summary
Professional with over 10 years of experience in manufacturing supervision and one and a half years in managerial roles, leading high-performance teams in highly regulated environments within the aerospace and defense industry. Expert in operations management, quality control, regulatory compliance (IPC/WHMA-A-620, ISO 9001, ITAR, Space Addendum for J-STD-001), and continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and the KATA System. Proven ability to optimize processes, ensure on-time deliveries that meet technical specifications, and strengthen relationships with strategic clients and prime contractors. A leader committed to excellence, operational innovation, and safety in mission-critical industrial environments. Trainings in APICS, the Association for Operations Management, Basics of Supply Chain Management, and Lean Enterprise Academy. Excellent troubleshooting skills, solution-driven, highly diligent, fast-learning, self-motivated, and innovative. Oriented to customer service and reliability, with time schedules. Ability to work under pressure, perform multiple tasks, and maintain good interpersonal relations. Computer literate: Word, Microsoft, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Winchester Interconnect
Caguas, Puerto Rico
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise daily production operations, inventory control, and resource allocation to ensure on-time delivery, within budget, and in compliance with strict technical specifications.
- Monitor operator adherence to industry standards and certifications, including IPC/WHMA-A-620, ISO 9001, ITAR, and the Space Addendum for J-STD-001, ensuring full process traceability and product conformity.
- Lead and support internal and customer audits, including ISO 9001 compliance evaluations.
- Manage and develop high-performance teams with a strong focus on continuous training, safety, and both technical and soft skill development.
- Define strategic objectives, analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and the KATA System.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers, customers, and prime contractors to maintain effective logistics, ensure customer satisfaction, and meet contractual obligations.
- Conduct salary reviews and employee performance evaluations.
- Partner with the Human Resources department to make strategic decisions regarding the recruitment of new production operators.
Senior Production Supervisor
Lutron S.M. Inc
Humacao, Puerto Rico
11.2000 - 01.2024
- Coordinate the manufacturing operations schedule.
- Manage and supervise manufacturing output.
- Lead manufacturing personnel to successfully reach their individual and group goals.
- Conduct salary reviews and employee performance evaluations.
- Communicate feedback related to personnel performance.
- Implement continuous improvement tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Event, 5S, and Gemba Walk.
- Highly participatory in product transfer and implementation of new products.
- Monitor the adherence to the corrective and preventive maintenance schedule to reduce downtime of the machines (Surface Mount Technology equipment).
- Oversee the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions related to manufacturing investigations.
- Responsible for the evaluation, detection, and notification of trends or issues.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain And Materials Management
Ana G. Mendez University
Recinto Online06-2025
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Gurabo, Puerto Rico06-2012
Skills
- Knowledge of E1 and SYSPRO operational system
- Inventory control
- Lean manufacturing
- Data analysis
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Employee training
- Customer relationship management
- Regulatory compliance
- Root-cause analysis
- Production scheduling
Certification
- APICS, the Association for Operations Management
- Basics of supply chain management
- The HR Box Seminar, 'Organización, Establecimiento de Prioridades, y Manejo del Tiempo'
- Asociación de Industriales de Puerto Rico, Excelencia en Supervisión y Liderazgo
- Puerto Rico Manufacturing Extension, Training, Lean Enterprise Academy
- The HR Box Seminar, 'Relaciones Interpersonales y Comunicación Efectiva'
- RIUTORT Training & Development Group, taller 'Adiestrando Adiestradores'
- Ruy Delgado Zayas seminar, “Jornada de Trabajo y Despido”
Languages
Spanish
Native
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Manager
Winchester Interconnect
01.2024 - Current
Senior Production Supervisor
Lutron S.M. Inc
11.2000 - 01.2024
MBA - Supply Chain And Materials Management
Ana G. Mendez University
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Universidad Ana G. Méndez